Bobak Ferdowsi, a University of Washington graduate and NASA heartthrob, might just be the most sought-after man in the nation right now.

Ferdowsi, who became instantly famous for simultaneously being attractive and landing the Curiosity rover on Mars — impossible! — has more marriage proposals than he probably knows what to do with right now.

Nearly 1,500 have signed a petition to rename 34th Street in Fremont after beloved clown J.P. Patches. Actor Chris Wedes, who portrayed Patches on local TV, died last month due after a long battle with blood cancer.
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Hold on to your beakers, former “Science Guy” viewers. Former Seattleite Bill Nye might reprise his role the Science Guy at some point, according to a recent Reddit chat. Here’s the conversation between Nye and Reddit users: Would you consider ever doing new episodes of “Bill Nye The Science Guy? Yes, yes. But, it would […]
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Finally, the gossip world gives us some good news. (No more of that actress cheats on possibly-fake boyfriend stuff. I just can’t handle more heartbreak today.)

But now the UK’s Sun newspaper tells us that Paul Allen and Bill Gates might be feeling friendly again, as Gates reportedly plans to attend an Olympics-themed party party on Allen’s yacht near London. (Allen dissed Gates in his memoir, you may remember.)

Seattle super villain Rex Velvet must be getting soft. The persona-turned-celebrity paused his campaign against Phoenix Jones recently to take part in a project with the Make-A-Wish organization. His mission: Help 12-year-old Colby feel like a secret agent for a few days.

Colby is battling spinal muscular atrophy, and he got a chance to track down Rex Velvet last week as part of his wish.

Seattle superhero Phoenix Jones announced a few months ago that he wants to upgrade his crime-fighting costume. And now he’s soliciting donations from fans to help pay for the new outfit.

Jones is asking for money via his Facebook page and blog, estimating upgrades will cost about $10,000. Among the items on his wish list: a bulletproof face shield, a live-streaming camera and all-metal fasteners.